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Springbank

Taynuilt, Central Scotland

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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Change Sat
pets Dogs welcome 2
grade 4 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Wonderfully spacious detached Victorian house with beautiful landscaped mature gardens
  • Located in the pretty village of Taynuilt with magnificent Loch Etive and glen views
  • Enjoy cosy nights in front of the lovely wood burner and roaring open fire

 

Property code: OC-77825

This property nestles in an elevated position with magnificent views across Loch Etive in the pretty village of Taynuilt. The village boasts great amenities that include a train station (trains to Oban and Glasgow), a renowned butcher’s shop, post office, general stores (open late) and tearooms. Nearby, you can enjoy a fascinating tour around Ben Cruachan, the famous hollow mountain, visit the smokery or the historic Bonawe ironworks museum. The seaside town of Oban is close at hand with its excellent leisure and shopping facilities. Enjoy boat trips to the beautiful islands of Mull, Staffa, Iona and the Treshnish Isles. The immediate area is a paradise for water sports enthusiast, mountain bikers, Munro baggers and walkers, with nearby glens, mountain ranges and coastal paths to explore. The house is within easy touring distance of Glencoe and Fort William home of the mighty Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest peak.

Entering this wonderful detached Victorian house with its array of beautiful, characterful period features and magnificent Loch Etive and Glen views through the side door, you go into the vestibule complete with plenty of coat hooks, and turn right into the beautiful dining room with ample seating to enjoy family meals together. Off the dining room there is a utility/drying room with washing machine, fridge and freezer, and with plenty of hanging space for wet clothes, it is the perfect place to store your outdoor clothing. Retracing back to the vestibule, there is a handy separate WC. Turning left, you enter the main hall through a door with the well-equipped kitchen/diner, the perfect place to cook up a storm with electric range oven and hob, microwave, fridge and dishwasher. Leading off from the hall is a delightful and comfortable Sitting room with a lovely wood burner, TV and Bluetooth speaker, the ideal place to relax and enjoy a great movie together. Located opposite the sitting room is a second lovely sitting room with comfortable seating, a great space to relax with lovely views and unwind perhaps with a good book or enjoy a great board game together.

Heading up the stairs to the first floor you will find four individually decorated bedrooms. Two king-size bedrooms and two twins, all with ample storage space. There is also a spacious bathroom with freestanding bath, separate shower and WC, a further additional bathroom with bath and WC, and finally, completing the accommodation is the shower room with shower and WC.

Venturing outside to the wonderful landscaped beautiful mature gardens, enjoying spectacular views over Loch Etive and the surrounding magnificent glens, this is the perfect place to enjoy al fresco dining and lazy evening stargazing. Admire and take in the spectacular views in this beautiful area. There are paths amongst the mature trees and bushes in the garden, and even your own little spring with small stream. There is ample off-road parking available next to the property and handy secure bike storage available.

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  • 4 bedrooms – 2 king-size and 2 twins 
  • 2 bathrooms, 1 shower room and 1 separate WC 
  • Electric range oven and hob, microwave, fridge and dishwasher
  • Utility room washing machine, fridge and freezer
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • Ample off-road parking
  • Garden not fully enclosed
  • Shop, tea room and pub within walking distance
  • Bike storage available
  • TV and Bluetooth speaker in lounge
  • Regret no children under 6 years old due to steep steps, terraces and slopes in the garden. 
  • Group Bookings - these may need to be checked with the owner first before confirming
  • Short Term Let Licence - AR00774F 
  • EPC rating - G
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

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Laura Gentles

This property is personally managed by Laura.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 15 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Margaret 1st June 2026

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A really comfortable place to stay, enhanced by the pictures in every room, and the information about the artists. The cottage sleeps 8 and we were delighted to find the hot water supply was sufficient to cope with showers or baths for all after a strenuous day's walking.

Reviewed by Katharine 3rd January 2026

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Spacious and comfortable house in a good location.

Reviewed by Ian 28th December 2025

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Reviewed by Paul 4th October 2025

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Springbank is a lovely house & base for a break around Oban & the West coast of Scotland & with the log burners, it's a snug & friendly place , with all the facilities you would ever need. The location is stunning, 20 minutes from Oban, 15 minutes from the Kilchrenan Inn that provides a friendly atmosphere & good food. The storm Amy power cut lasteRead mored 3 days but the owners supported us & even offered to find alternative accommodation but we were happy at Springbank. We will be back! Hide

Reviewed by Deb 30th August 2025

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A really beautiful and comfortable house in a fabulous location with very helpful hosts. We had a wonderful time.

Reviewed by Gillian 23rd August 2025

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We had an absolutely fantastic time at Springbank Cottage. The house was spotless, beds extremely comfy and there was everything and more to enable us to cook and eat! Great location with plenty walks from the doorstep. We travelled to Fort William which was just over an hour. Oban is only 20 mins away but the little shop in the village had a greatRead more selection of things too. Thank you, once again. A truly memorable stay in a fantastic location. Hide

Reviewed by Caroline 16th August 2025

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Spacious house, good location for access to Oban and surrounding area.

Reviewed by James 26th July 2025

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Reviewed by Hanna 5th July 2025

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This is a beautiful house with all amenities and a lovely view. Easy access by car to Taylnuit and Oban and to hiking in highlands.

Reviewed by Carolina 12th April 2025

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We had a lovely stay at the property, location is great and the home is very comfortable.

Reviewed by Gary 1st February 2025

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This was an amazing house in a wonderful spot both stunning views, great local walks and beaches then amazing pubs and restaurants near by, the cullin skink soup was amazing and the we found the best fish and chip shop in Oban, Rick Stein had his best fish and chips ever their and he was not wrong! Trip to Mull and Iona was breathtaking as well as Read morefinding a lovely wee church by a loch that had Robert the Bruce remains! What a great time in a stunning house in amazing location on the west coast. Hide

Reviewed by Patrick 21st December 2024

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A lovely spacious house with all amenities. We very much enjoyed our stay in the beautiful Scottish landscape.

Reviewed by Adrian 31st August 2024

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Beautifully clean and well appointed property ideally located to explore this fantastic area of Scotland.

Reviewed by Mark 10th August 2024

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We stayed as family of 5 . Lovely old house in superb location just outside village. Gardens are lovely but a bit wild. House very well equipped and nice and warm in an unseasonably cool August!

Reviewed by Ruth 27th July 2024

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Amazing place, well kitted out and we enjoyed the views. It was easy to get out and about with plenty of places to visit and Ferry trips from Oban were straightforward.

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